Machine Tool Electrician / Industrial Electrician

Machine Tool Electrician

Balance Technology, Inc. – Whitmore Lake, MI

Balance Technology, Inc. is seeking a motivated and talented Machine Tool Electrician to join our team. We are looking for a skilled professional responsible for field device wiring, cable routing, debug, and hardware checkout. Beyond technical skill, the ideal candidate brings a positive attitude and a high standard of quality. After initial training, you should be able to perform duties with minimal guidance in a fast-paced machine tool environment. If you enjoy precision work and meet deadlines under pressure, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Installation & Wiring: Measure, cut, bend, and install electrical conduit and wireways. Layout wire routing for new builds, including E-chain and cat tracks.
• Technical Execution: Read and interpret electrical schematics (AutoCAD, Eplan) and Bills of Materials (Excel). Wire and dress out robots and safety circuits.
• Power Systems: Wire permanent and temporary power (120V, 240V, 277V, 480V) and work with voltages up to 577V and 24V DC.
• Automation & Controls: Understand and wire communication buses, smart devices, and distribution apparatus (switches, relays, circuit-breaker panels).
• Testing & Quality: Perform hardware checkout and test circuit continuity to ensure safety. Verify and install device tags and maintain "red line" drawing mark-ups for engineering revisions.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Controls Engineering and Service departments during installation, startup, and debug phases.
• General Fabrication: Drill and tap holes; cut and weld steel structural members when required for installation.

Qualifications for Success

• Experience: 3+ years of experience with automation, robotics, and/or machine tools.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent with a strong technical background.
• Technical Skills: Deep understanding of wiring codes (NEC, IEC) a...